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Trip Summary
You can pick from 74 daily train trips between Chemnitz and Köthen. The average train journey from Chemnitz to Köthen takes 3 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as one hour and 51 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 0m |
| Lowest price | $31.19 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Chemnitz to Köthen?
2 train services operate from Chemnitz to Köthen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 70 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 3h 16m | $34.49 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 70 | 3h 8m | $36.24 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Chemnitz to Köthen start from $31, and on average cost . Daily there are 70 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Köthen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Chemnitz leaves from Chemnitz Hbf . And in Köthen trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Chemnitz to Köthen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Köthen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 70 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Köthen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Chemnitz to Köthen are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Chemnitz at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 74 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Köthen to Chemnitz.
City Information
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural center in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city center, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighborhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap bus tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chemnitz?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Chemnitz.
All train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Köthen?
Main arrival station: Arensdorf(Köthen)
Köthen receives travelers from Chemnitz at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Köthen:
Arensdorf(Köthen)
Train Station
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